Agriculture is one of the top industries in the United States and around the world. However, the climate is changing, and with it, so are the expectations of agricultural professionals on the weather they can expect at any one point in the growing season. Hot weather, hurricanes, and suddenly cold snaps can all wreak havoc on plants, and even contribute to an outright crop failure. Depending on where you live, the answer to how to keep your crops safe no matter the weather may be a continuous power generator. 

Can a continuous power generator keep a greenhouse productive? 

Most farms today rely on automated systems to keep production up and running, and this couldn’t be truer of greenhouse-based operations. From fans, irrigation, and temperature control, the modern greenhouse is reliant on electricity. Even brief interruptions to the power supply can be devastating, and, when extreme enough, can contribute to a crop failure and a devastating loss of investment to the agricultural business. A continuous power generator is essentially a built-in power plant attached to your business. When the grid goes down due to extreme weather, your generator does not. In areas where extreme weather is quickly becoming the norm, a continuous power generator can be the key to staying productive over losing everything. 

Where is the best position for the generator? 

The generator should be placed wherever possible on the property, but ideally it should be as close to the distribution panel as it can be safely placed. Safety features to consider include protection from the elements, and good ventilation. This makes the unit easier to maintain and keeps it running efficiently. 

Is a continuous power generator worth the investment? 

Penny pinching is no way to run a business, especially when it comes to one as sensitive as agriculture. A continuous power generator can be a very sound investment, but whether it’s one that you’ll make for your greenhouse operation will depend on a few key factors such as the climate the greenhouse is in, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in the area, the stability and practicality of the local grid, local disaster response times, etc. However, it can be said that continuous power generators tend to pay for themselves over time in terms of prevented crop failures, especially in areas prone to hurricanes. 

What emergency services does GenTech offer? 

Over time, even the best designed systems can have hiccups. Parts wear out or fail over time. GenTech offers 24/7 and 365 emergency services for any system that we install. Our technicians have the tools and know how to keep your continuous power generator running no matter what. 

GenTech can help you to get the most out of your power generation solutions. Our expert team at Gen-Tech Power Generation Specialists are EGSA certified technicians with the skills and up to date knowledge necessary to keep you up and running, no matter what, for many years to come. Give us a call at (800) 625-8324 to schedule a service appointment today!